Netanyahu, who has been at war against the country's legal system over the charges, said the request would help unify the country at a time of momentous changes in the region.
Menendez has pleaded not guilty to 16 federal charges including bribery, fraud, acting as a foreign agent and obstruction.
Menendez may attempt to lay the blame for the alleged conspiracy on his wife, Nadine, whose trial was delayed due to a medical issue.
Fresno city councilmember Garry Bredefeld is speaking out on what he calls a "waste and abuse" of taxpayer dollars by four of his fellow council members.
Benny Benzeevi and two others are accused of using hospital funds and loans for personal use.
Former Illinois governor Rod Blagojevich's rise to the top tier of American politics looked inevitable. But then he fell. Hard.